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		Orlando Pirates beat Kaizer Chiefs 2-1 in the annual Vodacom Challenge at a jam-packed Absa Stadium in Durban on Sunday, setting the tone for the coming season.
		Pirates latest signings, strikers Lelo Mbele and Davis Mwape, scored in the 38th and 72nd minutes respectively while David Radebe gave Chiefs a glimmer of hope when he scored late in extra-time, but it was too late to make a spectacular comeback as Bucs held on to win their second Kudu Horn and R1 million.
		Pirates’ ability to attack in numbers increased while Schalkwyk initially struggled to pull the strings in midfield against a forceful midfield led by Benedict Vilakazi.
	www.albenafootball.com /newspage.php (1944 words)

	:: PIRATES CELEBRATE 65 YEARS :: (Site not responding. Last check: )
		ORLANDO PIRATES, one of South Africa's oldest and popular clubs, has organised high profile events this weekend to celebrate its 65th anniversary.
		Broad was one of the first white players to join Pirates in the late 1970's after the Nationalist Party government policies had forced the disbanding of the multiracial team in the 1960's.
		Orlando Pirates was formed in 1937 in Orlando East, Soweto.
	www.joburg.org.za /nov_2002/nov22_pirates.stm (767 words)

	Soccer in South Africa - SouthAfrica.info
		Football - or soccer, as we call it - is the most widely played sport in South Africa, with its traditional support base in the fl community.
		The traditional rivalry between Chiefs and Pirates made South African soccer history in November 2007 when, on the day preceding the Fifa 2010 World Cup draw in Durban, their derby was broadcast throughout Africa and 43 European countries, a first for the Rainbow Nation.
		Pirates won the league for the second time in 2003, followed by their great rivals Kaizer Chiefs winning two seasons in succession: 2004 and 2005.
	www.southafrica.info /ess_info/sa_glance/sports/soccer.htm (2271 words)

	SABCnews.com - sport/soccer
		Zodwa Khoza, the Orlando Pirates Football Club brand manager, has died of Aids-related complications at the Louis Pasteur hospital in Pretoria.
		The Orlando Pirates website says her mother and two brothers were at her bedside when she died.
		Zo, as she is affectionately known, is the daughter of Irvin Khoza, the chairperson of Orlando Pirates Football Club, the PSL and LOC of the 2010 Fifa World Cup South Africa.
	www.sabcnews.com /sport/soccer/0,2172,121613,00.html (231 words)

	Colonial Football (Wizbang Sports)
		Football grew and grew within the islands but it was with the travel and work that British men went on that the game spread within Europe very quickly.
		In Spain, football was to grown by the influx of English Railway workers, Miners and expatriate traders.
		The club was to take on the original colours of Sunderland, red and white stripes, and kept the name Athletic, and not the Spanish translation of Athletico as to honour the formation of the club.
	sports.wizbangblog.com /2007/05/colonial_football.php (2277 words)

	Orlando Pirates
		This led to the first incidence in which students really felt their power: when the Special Branch members locked themselves in the school principal’s office, students overturned the police vehicles.
		At the meeting, Tsietsi Mashinini, a 19-year-old-leader of a SASM branch, called for a mass demonstration against the use of Afrikaans was called for the following Wednesday, 16 June.
		On 16 June, students assembled at different points throughout Soweto, then set off to meet at Orlando West Secondary School where the plan was to pledge their solidarity, sing Nkosi Sikeleli ‘iAfrika and, having made their point, go back home.
	www.orlandopirates.co.za /default.asp?cId=5226 (745 words)

	Orlando Pirates
		I wish to commend the Orlando Pirates management, technical staff and the playing personnel for the wonderful job they have done so far.
		On Saturday 15 September 2007 should be the day we recognize the importance of what Orlando Pirates means to SA football.
		Orlando pirates immolate exactly what the youth of mzansi is, fiery, wild and long term concentration is not our strongest point as the youth of mzansi.
	www.orlandopiratesfc.com /default.asp?aId=228900 (1031 words)

	BBC SPORT \| Football \| African \| Vilakazi gets bail
		Pirates officials have announced that Vilakazi, who is the club's captain, is suspended from his post until the case is concluded.
		Vilakazi's captaincy of the first team be suspended pending the outcome of the case," the club said in a statement.
		The Chairman of Orlando Pirates Football Club, Dr. (Irvin) Khoza, wishes that in accordance with the laws of the country, Mr.
	news.bbc.co.uk /sport1/hi/football/africa/4273381.stm (314 words)

	Spurs Odyssey - Orlando Pirates History
		The club celebrated their 65th anniversary, last year and are one of the oldest professional outfits in the country.
		Orlando Pirates football club's roots are in the famous township of Soweto on the outskirts of Johannesburg and they enjoy passionate support around the country.
		Orlando Pirates will be in Durban as from Tuesday, July 22 to start their preparations for the International Bid Club Challenge against English giants Tottenham Hotspur at Absa Stadium on Saturday.
	www.spursodyssey.com /0304/prevpirates.html (328 words)

	Pirates, Sanchez agree on '07 contract - USATODAY.com (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The Pirates, who made almost no player moves for the first 3½ months of their offseason, signed former Brewers All-Star reliever Dan Kolb to a minor-league contract.
		The Pirates' only remaining arbitration-eligible player is second baseman Jose Castillo, whose hearing is set Feb. 14.
		The Pirates began pursuing the 32-year-old Kolb after they dealt closer Mike Gonzalez to the Braves on Jan. 17 for first baseman Adam LaRoche, Kolb's former teammate in Atlanta.
	www.usatoday.com /sports/baseball/nl/pirates/2007-02-03-sanchez-contract_x.htm?csp=34 (630 words)

	Orlando Pirates
		The Club wished to include the Corporate World in their anniversary celebrations, but such was the success of the event, they now wish it to be included in the end-of-year festivities on an annual basis.
		The 2000 strong crowd was treated to an exhibition match, which was played by the senior Orlando Pirates side against the Development Programme coaches.
		Orlando Pirates Football Club would like to thank all Sponsors, Staff, Castle Lager, Coca-Cola, Worldwide Sports and Interactive Sport for all their hard work, dedication and professional work ethic in making this day a most special and enjoyable memory.
	www.corporatesoccer.co.za /orlando.htm (326 words)

	Orlando Pirate Football Club, Orlando Pirate Football Club resources
		Orlando is considered to be in a subtropical climate zone, with below-freezing temperatures uncommon and snow very rare.
		Orlando was a stronghold of minor-league ice hockey throughout the 1990's, being home of the Orlando Solar Bears of the now-defunct International Hockey League.
		Orlando Bloom: 2006 Calendar, Celebrity Calendar: Orlando Bloom sky-rocketed to fame as Legolas in Lord of the Rings and followed his performance in the three Peter...
	www.orlandoze.com /OrlandoPirateFootballClub.html (1230 words)

	Welcome to Football World Cup 2010 in South Africa
		The club was founded in the 1940's by a trio of soccer lovers, Ishmael Lesolang, Strike Makgatha and Johnny Kubheka.
		The history of Orlando Pirates is not merely a record of a proud club and its feats.
		The club has touched the lives of thousands of men and women, among them people of considerable stature in their various fields of endeavour, some uninvolved and others directly involved, in the game.
	www.football-world-cup-2010.net /index.php?menu=football&pg=showinfo&subpg=organisations4 (435 words)

	ESPN.com - ESPN Sports Travel: Orlando Sports Travel and Sports Vacation Guide
		Orlando International Airport is 15 miles north of the downtown area and 25 miles northeast of Disney World.
		The two-time Arena Bowl champion Orlando Predators, who share the TD Waterhouse Center with the NBA's Magic, have a surprisingly devout following in the area, often selling out games to fans eager to see their game of smashmouth football.
		Amid the glitter and lights of Orlando is this 50-acre oasis of serenity.
	sports.espn.go.com /travel/cities/index?city=orlando (1572 words)

	Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club
		The club was handed the Castle Premiership championship trophy - their fourth in 10 years the only team to have done so in SA - plus the winners’ medals on the night.
		Your attraction of a premier and esteem sponsor MTN is further testimony that football as organized by the PSL delivers the audiences that guarantee the return on investment for sponsors and partners of football.
		Commiserations to Orlando Pirates, who once again lost out by the narrowest of margins, and to Kaizer Chiefs who defended their title with determination right to the end.
	www.sundownsfc.com /default.asp?id=180080&des=article (763 words)

	Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc.
		Whether your clients are coming to Orlando for the first time or returning for their annual vacation, they'll be thrilled when you present them with a unique Orlando itinerary built around their hobbies and interests.
		Orlando developed rapidly into the 20th century as residences, houses of worship and entertainment facilities sprouted up to cater to the needs of the African-American community.
		Orlando has some of the most acclaimed and most challenging golf courses and academies in the country, including Grand Cypress Academy of Golf and the Grand Cypress Golf Club at the Grand Cypress Resort where there are a variety of programs and instruction for players of all skill levels.
	www.orlandoinfo.com /b2b/trade/itineraries.cfm (4809 words)

	allAfrica.com: Namibia: Pirates Clinches Renowned Puma Deal (Page 1 of 1) (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Orlando Pirates FC yesterday became the first Namibian football club to sign a supplier's deal with world-renowned sporting brand, Puma.
		Public Relations Officer of Orlando Pirates Andre Gariseb said the deal is part of the Orlando Pirates' investor/sponsorship programme that was designed by the club to ensure the ongoing evolution and growth of the club.
		He said the club is proud to announce its business relationship with the top brand, which enjoys a quality reputation in the world of football.
	allafrica.com /stories/200701310279.html (415 words)

	Business Day - News Worth Knowing
		GLORY beckons for an Orlando Pirates side that could erase weeks of anguish and disappointment with a victory in their final African Champions League Group B encounter at Soccer City on Saturday.
		Pirates influential midfielder Benedict Vilakazi —; who is credited as the inspiration behind the club’s revival over the past few weeks — said the players would not allow the increasing pressure to get in the way of getting the job done on Saturday night.
		Pirates’ Nigerian midfielder, Onyekachi Okonkwo, returns to face his countrymen after serving a one-match suspension, but Jabu Mahlangu will have to sit out the match after receiving a red card in the game against ASEC Mimosa at the weekend.
	www.businessday.co.za /articles/topstories.aspx?ID=BD4A271422 (721 words)

	People's Daily Online -- Manchester United to play in S. Africa this weekend
		Manchester United, arguably the most glamorous soccer club of all, will come to South Africa this week ahead of their competitions against two home-made soccer giants, it was announced on Tuesday.
		The 16-time English soccer champion will play the Vodacom Challenge against Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs, respectively ranked the second and the third in the country's 2006 Premier Soccer League, during their off-season tour, said the government of South Africa's Gauteng Province, one of the hosts of the annual event.
		Orlando Pirates are the defending champions of the Kudu trophy.
	english.people.com.cn /200607/12/eng20060712_282111.html (311 words)

	SuperSoccer
		Under-fire Orlando Pirates coach Milutin Sredojevic was finally shown the door on Tuesday following a string of poor results that have left the once-mighty PSL club in the relegation zone.
		“The management of Orlando Pirates Football Club met with the head coach, together with his agent, to discuss the letter submitted by the head coach to the club.
		The club did not say who would be in charge of the team but it is likely Mutombo, who came on as a technical director, would be elevated to the position of head coach.
	www.supersoccer.co.za /default.asp?id=201770&des=article&scat=supersoccer/sasoccer (298 words)

	iafrica.com \| news \| sa news Pirates' Khoza loses daughter to Aids
		The daughter of Orlando Pirates football club chairperson Irvin Khoza has died of Aids-related complications at a Pretoria hospital, a spokesperson said on Monday.
		Dominic Ntsele said Zodwa Khoza (30), who was also the club's brand manager, died of what doctors described as multiple organ failure at the Louis Pasteur hospital in Pretoria at 2.15pm on Monday.
		Leader of United Democratic Movement (UDM) Bantu Holomisa and Gauteng arts and culture MEC Barbara Creecy were among those who extended their condolences to both the family and the club, describing Khoza's death as a loss to the sporting fraternity.
	iafrica.com /news/sa/897817.htm (289 words)

	SuperSoccer
		Orlando Pirates will haul six of their key players over the coals to answer charges relating to incidents that took place in their pre-season training camp in Durban three weeks ago.
		The delay in attending to the matter was as a result of their hectic programme, the club said in a statement.
		“Orlando Pirates Football Club have called Gift Leremi, Lebohang Mokoena, Jabu Mahlangu, Francis Chansa and Benedict Vilakazi to a disciplinary hearing following an incident in Durban where the five are reported to have left camp without permission after clear instructions not to do so.
	www.supersoccer.co.za /default.asp?id=187105&des=article&scat=supersoccer/sasoccer (302 words)

	Orlando Pirates
		Orlando Pirates assistant coaches, Papi Khomane and Chris O’Loughlin will not be part of the technical team when Pirates entertain Benoni Premier United (Thanda Royal Zulu FC) at Ellis Park Stadium tonight.
		Thus, that person will not be Owen Da Gama's assistant coach but will be the assistant coach of Orlando Pirates Football Club.
		O’Loughlin and Khomane are expected to meet the club Chairman, Dr. Irvin Khoza within a couple of days to discuss their future roles at Orlando Pirates Football Club.
	www.orlandopiratesfc.co.za /default.asp?aId=231058 (250 words)

	MTNfootball.com - Match Preview: Last Chance Saloon For Pirates And Enyimba
		After being embarrassed by ASEC in Abidjan, Pirates have one last chance to claim a place in the semifinals of the MTN CAF Champions League.
		The equation is simple: Pirates must win to progress.
		Anything less will see yet another high-profile South African club fall out of the tournament long before the sharp end is reached.
	www.mtnfootball.com /live/content.php?Item_ID=5971 (137 words)

	Soccer History (Site not responding. Last check: )
		On the one hand: Orlando Pirates, known affectionately as 'the ghosts' or the Mighty Buccaneers, with their menacing fl and white skull and crossbones symbol.
		As a professional club, Pirates has performed consistently well, except in the late 1980s and early 1990s when it went through a dry spell.
		Motaung had left Pirates to ply his trade in the North American Soccer League and on his return, he recruited a group of his old teammates and they toured the country playing exhibition games.
	www.knet.co.za /orlandostadium/soccer.htm (1178 words)

	Media Centre - The Zion Christian Church (ZCC), Orlando Pirates...
		The name ZOK, which is derived from the first letters of the three main participants: ZCC, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs, was carefully chosen for its simplicity, good ring, prominence and closeness to the three well established brand names.
		The annual pre-season Vodacom Challenge involving Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates and two teams usually invited from other countries in the African continent bear testimony to the support and success these initiatives enjoy.
		The ZCC, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs members and supporters will as they buy airtime and accessories also be exercising their loyalty", said Dr. Irvin Khoza - Chairman of Orlando Pirates Football Club.
	www.vodafone.com /article_with_thumbnail/0,3038,OPCO=41039&CATEGORY_ID=20302&MT_ID=pr&LANGUAGE_ID=2&CONTENT_ID=254560,00.html (467 words)

	BBC SPORT \| Football \| My Club \| Man Utd \| Orlando Pirates 0-4 Man Utd
		Solskjaer accepted a role as club ambassador when he was handed a new two-year contract last season, and it looked as though he was preparing to wind down his career.
		The Pirates had enough going forward to give United a good work-out and with Wes Brown having an off-day, Blaise Lelo-Mbele had a chance to shine.
		Orlando Pirates: Francis Chansa, Mabe, Seema, Mdledle, Malinga, Okonkwo, Isaac Chansa, Makhanya, Arendse, Mbele, Mahlangu.
	news.bbc.co.uk /sport2/hi/football/teams/m/man_utd/5183620.stm (423 words)

	Cape Times: Pirates unfazed by Santos
		Pirates can't afford any slip-up as they seek to grab the coveted league trophy from defending champions and arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs.
		Pirates are on 52 points from 26 matches, six points more than Chiefs, who have played a game fewer.
		Pirates also need to return to the mother city to play Ajax in a fixture which was called off last month after most of their players were laid low by food poisoning on the day of the match.
	www.capetimes.co.za /index.php?fSectionId=275&fArticleId=2487143 (704 words)

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